Ancient game of chess on show at Northland Chess Championship
Bad bishops, gambits and howlers likely in Kerikeri this month.
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'It’s such a privilege and honour' Northlander proud to lead the Kiwis into battle
From Hokianga to leading your country — James Fisher-Harris captains Kiwis
Far North news in brief: Stolen defibrillator found, Twin Bridges closure and free workshops
News snippets from the Far North
Caution advised after sperm whales die after stranding on Ninety Mile Beach
Public asked to maintain caution while using Ninety Mile Beach after whale stranding.
'Humbled and honoured' New MPs ready to get to work for region
There are lots of challenges ahead for the new MPs.
New Kaitāia community driver testing officer to help learner drivers
Community driver testing officer for Kaitāia will make things easier for learner drivers
Far North news in brief: Far Far North on TV, Angel bears help and Ladies Night coming
News snippets from the Far North.
Climate change exhibition to be opened by UK envoy
Trouble in Paradise – Climate Change in the Pacific exhibition on show in Kerikeri.
Restoring mauri of Northland's Te-Oneroa-a-Tōhe/Ninety Mile Beach a priority
Future of the beach is focus of watershed Kaitāia meeting.
Pink Ribbon Street Appeal needs more Northlanders
More Northland volunteers needed for street appeal
‘It will change my life’ - new tenant of Kaikohe social housing
Anthony Tahere finally has a home to call his own.
Whangārei Fight Night will see Matt Matich step into the ring under world title bouts
Fights could lead to more bouts for Matt Matich and Jerome Pampellome.
Ngāpuhi and Far North Holdings combine for unique Kaikohe housing project
Sixty new homes in Kaikohe from first-of-its-kind development.
Govt gives $5.4 million for Kaitāia Airport work
The National Resilience Plan funding is for urgent maintenance and upgrading.
‘Everyone deserves a fair shot’: Kaikohe community housing opens
11 two and three-bedroom homes are due to be finished in February 2024.
I feel whole again: Kaikohe beauty therapist gives women back their brows and confidence
A Far North beauty salon is offering a service for women that goes more than skin deep.
After 2016 fire, Kerikeri Squash Club to finally open new HQ
Kerikeri Squash Club opening new clubrooms after devastating 2016 fire.
Far North news in brief: Black Seeds coming, Hundertwasser safety signs and Te Tai Tokerau debate
News snippets from the Far North.
Record temperatures for Far North in warmest September reported
September brought some of the Far North's hottest days for the month.
Awanui Day time for tiny Far North town to shine
Beautiful tiny Far North town to celebrate Awanui Day.
Far North waka ama paddlers put Te Hiku on the world stage
The paddlers represented Waka Ama NZ who came out on top at this year's event
Date set for trial over Enchanter fishing boat deaths
Members of the victims’ families dialled into the court hearing from around the country.
News briefs from the Far North - Coastguard award, retail safety workshop, cyclone relief
News snippets from the Far North.
Kerikeri beekeepers' love of honey in tough market
The couple practice sustainable beekeeping, tying into the wider theme of Bee Aware Month.
Mark the calendar: Kerikeri Street Party returns
The very popular party returns in November.
Awanui's new toilets sees town up for second Keep NZ Beautiful award
The colourful loos are part of the Te Hiku Open Spaces Revitalisation project.
Election 2023: Candidates for Northland and Te Tai Tokerau electorates named
All candidates for Northland and Te Tai Tokerau electorates have been revealed.
News briefs from the Far North - Make poi, Lotto win, Bay pontoon work and home invasion
News snippets from the Far North
Cruel home loss for Taniwha in Bunnings NPC match against Bay of Plenty
The Taniwha have suffered another close defeat after the Steamers scored a late try.
Just in time for the weekend - Northland gets heavy rain watch
Keep eye on weather forecast with heavy rain likely for Northland.
Far North celebrates treasured nurse Venus Cherrington QSM
Waimamaku recently celebrated Far North's latest Queen's Service Medal recipient
Weedbusters ready to tackle Far North’s pest plants
Free Far North workshops grow new generation of weedbusters
Underwater Aquabots do battle in Bay of Islands pool
20 schools compete in Bay of Islands Aquabot underwater challenge.
Fire destroys historic old schoolhouse in Far North
Historic villa in Herekino burns down after being engulfed in flames.